Clinical Resource Nurse, Acute Perinatal Program – BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Job title:

Clinical Resource Nurse, Acute Perinatal Program – BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Company

Provincial Health Services Authority

Job description

Clinical Resource Nurse, Acute Perinatal ProgramBC Women’s Hospital & Health CentreVancouver, BCThe Clinical Resource Nurse provides front line support, guidance and leadership in the delivery of care activities in defined areas of clinical expertise. Acts as a clinical resource for nurses, students, and the interdisciplinary team. Assists staff in providing quality care and related quality assurance requirements by providing information based on theory/ best practice, assessing clinical/technical skills and participating in direct patient care as appropriate, in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures.What you’ll do

• Provide clinical leadership and consultation to clinical staff and students to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care through methods such as ensuring compliance with standards of practice, promoting staff collaboration with health care professionals.
• Provide clinical support and facilitation of learning experiences for new nursing staff, casual staff and senior nurses in the Acute Perinatal Program by role modelling direct patient care skills, providing information based on application of theories, concepts, principles and best practices, and maintaining current reference material to assist staff/students to provide quality patient care.
• Participate in the performance appraisal process for nursing staff by providing input to Program Coordinator (PC) and/or Perinatal Clinical Educator (PCE) on individual nurse’s performance.
• Assist the PC and PCE with planning, developing and evaluating patient care by providing input regarding clinical practice and the provision of new and/or revised policies, procedures, standards and criteria for the unit, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team. Ensure necessary equipment and supplies are available and informs Program Manager or designate when problems arise.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager, PC, PCE, and other members of the nursing leadership team to coordinate the introduction of new skills/procedures, and arrangement of in-service sessions/orientations as required. Collaborate with the Nurse Educators and other members of the nursing leadership team or designates to produce other educational materials as required. Facilitate implementation and follow on for new initiatives.
• Assist the Program’s Quality & Safety Leader by participating in quality improvement and risk management activities for the Program through methods such as evaluating changes in nursing practice, conducting safety audits, safety huddles and taking corrective action. May recommend changes to practices as well as to current procedures and protocols.
• Promote research based practice through methods such as collaborating with interdisciplinary team and promoting staff awareness and involvement in research activities.
• Participate on committees as assigned and report information back to the unit/program staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What you bringQualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three years’ recent related perinatal nursing experience including one year in an educational or leadership role, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Certification in Cardiotocography.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

You will also have

• Demonstrated ongoing professional development with concentration on leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide supervision, leadership, and work direction.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and coach staff.
• Demonstrated expertise in the provision of clinical care to the Perinatal population and their families
• Demonstrated knowledge of current practice approaches and “Best Practice” standards in the delivery of perinatal nursing care.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated relationship building skills.
• Demonstrated effective team building skills
• Proven conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work in collaboration with others.
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Knowledge of research process and methodology.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

• Commitment to develop knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents – including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study – and how they intersect across the health care system.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bringEvery PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Wage: $49.20 – $67.08/hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Rotating schedule; Days only
Requisition: # 165852EAs per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.What we do(BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.Learn more about PHSA and our programs:PHSA and BCW are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at .Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.ATTN: PHSA Employees:To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile atPlease note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of May 24, 2024. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk at 604-875-7264 or 1-855-875-7264. Please note regular business hours are Monday – Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.Labor Agreement Nurses’ Bargaining Association
Requisition # 165852E-2417789
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $49.20 – $67.08 / Hour
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work Rotating schedule -days only
Work Days Rotating
Expiry Date 19-Jun-2024

Expected salary

$49.2 – 67.08 per hour

Location

Vancouver, BC

Job date

Thu, 23 May 2024 04:18:46 GMT

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